"Daisy Ridley Shines in 'Young Woman and the Sea' Despite Shallow Depths"

"Young Woman and the Sea" stars Daisy Ridley as Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel in 1926. The film, directed by Joachim Rønning and written by Jeff Nathanson, takes liberties with historical details but delivers an inspirational sports drama. Ridley's performance shines, making it a compelling watch, especially for families with young daughters. The movie emphasizes Ederle's struggles against sexism and her relationship with her supportive family, though it glosses over some historical facts. Rated PG, the film runs for 129 minutes and earns three out of four stars.